Think Aloud

Think-aloud protocols, where individuals verbalize their thought processes while performing a task, are a valuable tool for understanding human cognition and behavior. Current research focuses on leveraging think-aloud data, often combined with eye-tracking or mouse tracking, for more efficient analysis and deeper insights into user experience, learning processes, and the usability of complex systems like intelligent tutoring systems and AI models. This approach enhances the understanding of self-regulation strategies during problem-solving and improves the design of user interfaces and educational tools by providing direct access to users' real-time cognitive processes. The resulting data informs the development of more effective and user-friendly systems across various domains.